Restaurant Review - Pianos

If you ask Mark Gastieneau about his first eating experience at Pianos, his eyes will likely go misty as he stares off into the distance and relives the first bite of that $5 happy hour burger he ever had. If you pry even further and inquire about the nachos, the calamari and the drink specials, he may break down into tears of joy trying to explain to you the joy he feels for this establishment only partially known for eating.




And so would I.





Timed perfectly to open for a casually late brunch (read: you cannot last any longer, are waiting outside at 2:55PM and considering getting a taco at San Loco to hold you over), the 4 hour happy hour remains one of my favorite choices for daylight dining. What's good here? Let's see... the shots (and bottles) of gin, the disaronno, the big juicy burgers, the nachos (with or without chicken), the calamari, the coffee, the gooey blender drinx, the friendship, the magic, the love, the everything.


Pianos: You're going to like the way it treats you. I guaranfuckingtee that.

Restaurant Review - Good World Bar

My first trip to the Good World Bar was not for food. In fact, I was not even aware they served food till my second visit. It was my third trip when I finally muscled up the courage to order the Swedish Meatballs. Next week, I tried the Sunday Dinner. After that, the Venison Sausage. All three have changed my life. While their fish dishes can be somewhat bland (this is Scandinavian fare, after all), the meat and potato-type entrees are unbeatable. Add to that a formidable beer selection, a wine menu that holds its own, and a selection of aquavit's, and you have a winning combination. As an added bonus, the outdoor tables are a delightful treat during the summer.

Restaurant Review - Grace

This fantastic TriBeCa establishment is a must-visit for anyone playing hooky today. The BBQ Pulled Duck Sandwich is a must. Open till 4AM, Grace never fails to dissapoint those late night snack attacks for all sorts of downtown nightlifers. Grace: you're going to like the way it tastes. I guarantee it.*

*Patent pending for the Men's Steakhouse.